Provenance
David McKee Inc., New York Hirschl & Adler, New York Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition The work is in good condition overall. There is very fine, stable craquelure consistently throughout the work and a few areas particularly in the grey rectangle, the upper left, upper right, and the left center that are more visible. There is some wear to the edges at the four corners. Under Ultraviolet inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed. In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalog summary
Jake Berthot Untitled signed and dated 1977 on the overlap oil and pencil on canvas 40 by 24 1/8 in. 101.6 by 61.3 cm. Provenance David McKee Inc., New York Hirschl & Adler, New York Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition The work is in good condition overall. There is very fine, stable craquelure consistently throughout the work and a few areas particularly in the grey rectangle, the upper left, upper right, and the left center that are more visible. There is some wear to the edges at the four corners. Under Ultraviolet inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed. In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.